Engineer - Automation Engineering - Small Molecule API- Lilly Medicine Foundry

Overview At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life‑changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us. Key Objectives/Deliverables Technical Leadership Mentor process control team, including design, controls philosophy, implementation and commissioning Process control work implementation and coordination Develop and implement the Automation Engineering Project Plan. Operational Excellence Technically lead and oversee the work of Site Area leads and System Integrator including Functional Requirements, Design Specifications, DCS Application Software, Test Specifications. Lead/ Participate in design reviews and DeltaV application software reviews, attend equipment and software FATs Lead a team of automation engineers supporting commissioning Provide periodic status updates to Project Management Devising functional requirements and process control strategies for control systems in collaboration with Process Engineering DCS and SCADA software design, coding/ configuration and testing (sequence logic, graphics, batch software etc.) Perform automation engineering activities including design, tuning and troubleshooting of control loops Implement and support electronic systems (such as plant historians, applications and software integration) used to capture process automation related production data Maintain the validated state of the site control systems in line with Lilly quality standards including the development and execution of validation strategies and associated documentation Automation support for capital projects including new product introductions Promoting the use of automation to improve productivity, operational efficiency and compliance Developing a “network” of corporate contacts and leveraging corporate expertise when needed Organizational Capability In coordination with automation and compliance consultants, set and reinforce standards for appropriate rigor in automation work products. Demonstrated initiative, good planning and organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, commitment to task completion and timelines. Possess a keen technical curiosity and has demonstrated strong problem‑solving skills and a desire for continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to influence peers and business partners. Good written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences. Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, computer system validation. Basic Requirements Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Automation Engineering, preferably in Small Molecule API manufacturing. A minimum of 2+ years working experience in Biopharma engineering, operations, or manufacturing. Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F‑1 CPT, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, J‑1, H‑1B, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, or L‑1. Additional Preferences Experience in design, development, commissioning and qualification of highly automated greenfield manufacturing sites utilizing SCADA, DCS, PLC and MES systems (DeltaV, Rockwell, Syncade, etc). Experience in facilitating and driving decision‑making at an organizational level. Other Information Initial location at Parkwood West, Indianapolis, Indiana. Permanent location at the new Lilly Medicine Foundry in Lebanon, Indiana. Compensation and Benefits Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $66,000 - $171,600. Full‑time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company‑sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. EEO and Accommodation Statement Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. 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